Joanne Greig

I have worked in Early Years for over 20 years. I have a B.A Childhood Practice and M.ed in Early Years. My professional areas of interest include supporting the development of early years staff and using block play in the setting.

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Beginnings

– How I view my practice at the start of my current training –

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What I enjoy about working with young children

I love the spontaneity of working with children, no two days are the same. As the children's curiosity encourages them to ask questions and explore this also motivates me to build on my own knowledge.

How would I describe my role, in a nutshell

I describe myself as a jack of all trades. I am a keyworker to children, a mentor to students and staff, a liaison to parents, a supervisor to staff, a member of management and also pretty handy with a screwdriver.

When and how MY PRACTICE is most child-centred

My PRACTICE is most child-centred as I facilitate playful learning. By following the child's own interests it encourages their natural curiosity improving their learning experience. This allows for better outcomes for the children.

The ways and extent to which my setting's ENVIRONMENT, MATERIALS and PROCEDURES are child-centred

ENVIRONMENT - The nursery inside and out provides a supportive, independence based environment. Children are encouraged to navigate their environment independently. They can engage in a range of learning experiences which are catered to their stages of development.
MATERIALS - Children have access to a variety of materials including loose parts and natural resources
PROCEDURES - Procedures are in place to support and keep the children safe

How children PARTICIPATE in shaping the environment, structures, rhythms and policies of my setting - or my own day-to-day role

The practitioners listen to the children's voices not only by what they say but observing the children allow practitioners to see what is working for them and what needs improvement.

How Froebel/Froebelian thinking informs or inspires my practice today (if at all)

Having only just completed my Froebelian certification I feel like I am at the start of my journey. My project was on block play, however, I feel like I can do more to introduce Froebelian principles, practice and experiences. This will be achieved by sharing with staff to ensure the sustainability of the different Froebel practices.

What I hope to learn or strengthen in my practice going forward from today

I hope to embed the Froebelian principles into my everyday practice.

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Learning journal

Reflections on my developing practice over the three stages of learning: Beginnings, Becomings and Recent.

Beginnings Becomings Recent